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NAME: Edson Arantes do Nascimento
PLACE OF BIRTH: Três Corações - MG
COUNTRY OF BIRTH: Brazil
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Best known by his nickname Pelé, is a former Brazilian football player. In his native Brazil, Pelé is hailed as a national hero for his accomplishments and contribution to the game.
He is often referred to as "The King of Football" or simply "The King Pelé" and regarded as one of the greatest Player of all time. |
| Honors with Santos Football Club: |
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Campeonato Paulista champion in 1958, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1964, 1965, 1967, 1968, 1969 and 1973 |
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Torneio Rio-São Paulo champion in 1959, 1963 and 1964 |
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Torneio Roberto Gomes Pedrosa (Taça de Prata) champion in 1968 |
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Taça Brasil champion in 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964 and 1965 |
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Copa Libertadores champion in 1962 and 1963 |
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Intercontinental Cup in 1962 and 1963 |
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South-American Recopa in 1968 |
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World Cup champion in 1958, 1962, 1970 |
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Roca Cup: 1957, 1963 |
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Copa O'Higgins: 1959 |
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Copa Atlântica: 1960 |
| source: Wikipedia |
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